2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |